Women in Trading Summer Internship

Company: RWE Supply & Trading GmbH

Location: London, United Kingdom

Start Date: Monday 14th June 2027

Salary: Starting at £31,500 p.a.

About the Opportunity

Are you looking for a summer internship where you can gain hands-on experience at a leading European energy trading house? Do you want to work alongside industry experts while developing the skills and confidence to kick-start your career?

Our Women in Trading Summer Internship offers female students in their penultimate year of study the opportunity to join us for 12 weeks. You will experience what a career in commodity trading looks like within a supportive environment at RWE Supply & Trading GmbH (RWEST). Our activities span beyond energy markets, including power, gas, and carbon, as well as metals, grains, and freight.

We are committed to improving diversity within the energy trading industry, believing that greater diversity brings greater diversity of thought. We seek curious, analytical individuals who are keen to learn, develop, and work collaboratively, and who are interested in understanding how data, markets, and commercial decision-making connect.

This programme provides authentic insight into a trading career at RWEST. You will be embedded within a front-office trading or analyst team, learning from experienced colleagues and contributing to meaningful, hands-on work. Alongside desk experience, you will receive structured learning and development for broader exposure to commodity trading and the wider RWEST business. You will also have access to mentorship, a dedicated buddy, and a supportive network to help you build confidence.

Role Responsibilities

From day one, you will have opportunities to:

• Develop an understanding of energy markets, from the fundamentals driving supply and demand to the strategies and technologies shaping modern trading.
• Use data and quantitative analysis to identify patterns and opportunities across power, gas, and carbon markets.
• Explore how statistical models, technology, and algorithms can support trading strategies and decision-making.
• Transform complex information into meaningful commercial insights by working with large datasets and analytical tools.
• Learn from experts across RWEST through training and insight sessions with different teams, expanding your knowledge of our business and energy markets.
• Gain exposure beyond your home desk to other trading and analyst teams, broadening your understanding of global energy markets.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, contributing meaningful work while sharing your own ideas and perspectives.
• Contribute meaningful work within your team, with your ideas and perspective valued from the outset.

Digital technologies, including AI-enabled tools, are integral to our work. Throughout the internship, you will have opportunities to use these tools responsibly to enhance productivity, support decision-making, foster innovation, and improve ways of working, always adhering to RWE policies.

Candidate Requirements and Experience

Academic Background

We are looking for female students in the penultimate year of a highly quantitative or analytical degree, ideally on track to achieve a 2:1 or above, who are curious about energy, commodity trading, and our markets.

Ideal disciplines include those with a strong numerical, statistical, computational, or data-focused component, such as:

• Mathematics or Statistics.
• Engineering.
• Physics.
• Computer Science or Data Science.
• Economics with a strong quantitative focus (e.g., econometrics, statistics, or data analysis).
• Other disciplines with a significant quantitative, computational, or data analysis component.

Regardless of the discipline, we value the skills developed through your studies. You must be comfortable working with numerical data, applying analytical thinking, and using quantitative methods to solve problems.

Some prior programming experience is important, with experience in Python being particularly relevant (expertise is not required; training will be provided). Experience with SQL, Power BI, automation technologies, or AI-enabled productivity tools is useful.

No previous commodity trading or financial markets experience is required. We seek individuals who are curious about markets, enjoy learning with data, and are eager to develop their analytical and technical skills in a real-world commodity trading environment.

Essential Skills

You must also possess:

• An interest in developing your commercial understanding.
• Clear and thoughtful communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and a willingness to learn from others.
• Confidence working independently while also contributing effectively to a team.
• Curiosity and a willingness to explore new ideas and different approaches.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Advantageous Skills

While not essential, experience with Power BI, SQL, Python, automation technologies, or AI-enabled productivity tools is advantageous.

Support and Development

Your internship extends beyond technical experience. You will build relationships and grow your confidence within a supportive community, learning from people across our business through RWE's Women's Network:

• Meet and greets with female desk heads and senior leaders.
• Hearing career stories from talented women across RWEST.
• Access to a dedicated mentor and buddy.
• Interactive development workshops designed to build professional skills and confidence.
• A week spent at our Essen Campus for further international business exposure.

You will also gain insight into the continued career development opportunities available through our Graduate Programme.

Whichever team you join, your perspective will be valued, and you will be trusted to deliver meaningful work. RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment—we value your passion and desire to thrive.

Benefits and Logistics

Perks and Well-being

We aim to foster a high-performing, healthy, and supportive work environment:

• A competitive salary.
• 25 days of paid time off (PTO), plus public holidays (pro-rated).
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support.
• A modern office and trading floor located in prime areas, equipped with the latest technology.
• An open and diverse company culture with active clubs, networks, and societies.

Application Details

Application Deadline: 05/10/2026

Action: Please upload your resume and cover letter in English as one document. If selected for an interview, you will also be asked to provide a copy of your transcript.

Internship Commitment: You must be available for the entire internship period: 18 June 2026 to 10 September 2026. You must also be flexible and willing to travel to our Essen Campus for one week.

For questions, please contact Kate Greening Poade at rwest_early_careers_recruitment@rwe.com.

About RWE Supply & Trading

RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the world’s energy markets. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, the company operates one of Europe’s largest and most advanced energy trading floors. A diverse team of over 2,300 professionals from around 90 countries trades electricity, gas, commodities, and CO2 emission allowances. With precise market analysis and a strong customer focus, we create innovative energy supply solutions and tailored risk management concepts for industrial clients. We also ensure the commercial optimisation of RWE’s power plant portfolio and market the electricity generated by RWE.